[cj125]

To crate train or not? Gez, alot of people do it and are very successful. I, on the other hand, do not have the heart for it - especially if I was home. But... that's always an individual choice. I know that some of the books suggest you time when you feed your baby and when she needs to do (or does) her business. This would give you an idea of how long it takes for her to be ready to do her business and then you can be there to put her on her pads or go outside. Repeat behavior

Also, do you free feed? I did when my 2 were pups mostly because my Mia was so little that I was happy for anything that she'd eat. But now I find it so much better to put the food down for a set period of time, pick it up - even if they haven't eaten it all, then repeat for however many times you need to feed (2, 3, or 4). But this makes mine hungry enough to eat the food right away instead of nibble - which can make them fat. Also you have that control of when they eat, then when they do their business.

I also agree with cdawnfine. Hubby used to feed ours everyday but has been at a new job and works different hours. I feed them now, and you can see a difference on who they respond to. So to share that would be the best when you both are home.

One thing to remember is that they are terriers and can be stubborn. It took my Mia just over a year to be completely pee pad trained. My Max is only 10 months and I'm sure he'll take longer as he is so full of it that he didn't have a clue as to what we were talking about until this last month! I know it gets frustrating but when you look at their little faces.... it's worth it!

I hope this made sense. Good Luck and Welcome to YorkieTalk! Do you have any pictures of your baby? We LOVE pictures.